Zenit v Torino: Lodygin eyes continued stellar start to 2015

Yuri Lodygin sees no reason why Zenit s impressive start to action in 2015 cannot continue when Torino visit the Stadion Petrovsky in the UEFA Europa League last 16 on Thursday.

The Russian side have shown no ill-effects after a two-and-a-half-month break from competitive football in recent weeks, cruising to wins in their three fixtures without conceding a single goal.

Two of those games were against runaway Eredivisie leaders PSV in the Europa League s previous stage before Zenit resumed their Russian Premier League campaign with a 3-0 victory over Ural on Saturday to maintain their seven-point advantage at the top.

Andre Villas-Boas side blew away PSV 3-0 on home soil in the last round and Lodygin has called for no let-up when Serie A s eighth-placed team v…

Premier League preview 19th January 2013

Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez is under-pressure after three winless games at home

This weekend’s Premier League clashes are in danger of being hampered by the great British weather. With snowing falling throughout Britain a large number of games could be postponed.

Anyway here are the games that are scheduled for this weekend. The two big games of the weekend Premier League schedule take place on Sunday. The early kick-off on Sunday sees Chelsea face Arsenal at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea’s home form has been poor in recent games. Rafa Benitez’s side have failed to win in their last three games at home and have lost two of those encounters. However in their last two away games the Blues have scored nine goals.

The visitors have enjoyed an inconsistent sea…

Live Betting – How In-Play Bets Work & The Best Live Bookmakers in 2023

The next entry to our list is a massive international brand that caters to pretty much all corners of the gambling industry. Available to almost everyone and pretty much anywhere, 1xBet is a jack-of-all-trades kind of platform with plenty to love.

Translated into more than 30 languages, this bookie prides itself in having no “target market”. Most importantly, this means that even minor leagues and competitions from across the globe are covered with enthusiasm. If you follow more than just the biggest matches and teams, this diversity can be a great advantage.

This “one size fits all” approach to things is reflected in pretty much every part of 1xBet’s service. From the massive casino and detailed sportsbook to dozens of withdrawal options, no part of the websit…

Gotze admits regret over failed Liverpool move in 2016

Mario Gotze acknowledges he was wrong to reject a move to Liverpool upon leaving Bayern Munich in 2016, when the Reds were at the beginning of their rebuild under Jurgen Klopp.

Gotze returned to the Bundesliga this month, joining Europa League winners Eintracht Frankfurt after spending two seasons with Eredivisie giants PSV Eindhoven.

The creative midfielder, who scored the only goal of the game as Germany overcame Argentina in the 2014 World Cup final, became one of European football s hottest properties during a four-year spell with Klopp s Borussia Dortmund between 2009 and 2013, winning two Bundesliga titles and reaching a Champions League final.

Eintracht Frankfurt have signed Mario Götze from on a three-year contract until 2025.

— Europa Leag…

NFL Underdogs: Jason Logan’s Favorite Picks for Week 6

Though October 31 is still more than two weeks out, I find myself in the Halloween sweet spot. 

My younger kids are prime trick-or-treat age, which means fun costumes, jack-o-lanterns and the always tasty “candy tax” rolled out by parents everywhere. 

My older boy, however, is beyond the innocence of the holiday. He’s more into the macabre of Halloween, which means introducing him to classic horror movies all month, giving me both the sweet and sour sides of All Hallows Eve.

And that’s where I gain inspiration for my Week 6 NFL Underdogs picks, handing out some point spread pups that fall in line with the tried-and-true tropes of scary movies. Follow along… IF YOU DARE!

Indianapolis Colts Odds, Predictions, and Betting Preview 2022: As Luck Would Have It

The role of Indianapolis Colts quarterback has recently had a turnover rate on par with the big-screen portrayal of Batman. But, much like the film franchise finding its best Bruce Wayne in Robert Pattinson, the Colts have their best quarterback since Andrew Luck in Matt Ryan.

The veteran QB joins a talented team with a mighty big chip on its shoulder after watching its postseason plans go POOF! at the hands of the Jaguars in Week 18. The Colts’ NFL odds project a playoff year in Indy, but is this team built for much more in 2022?

Here’s our Indianapolis Colts 2022 betting preview.

Indianapolis Colts futures odds

2023 NFL Mock Draft Version 4: Proud to Take Stroud… But Not at No. 1

We’re now just hours out from the 2023 NFL Draft, and even though the countdown to the Carolina Panthers being on the clock is on, outside of Bryce Young being selected first overall, mysteries abound in this year’s draft.

It now seems the draft begins at the No. 2 pick with the Houston Texans. Will they select a quarterback? And will it be CJ Stroud, or Will Levis, who has seen plenty of steam leading up to Thursday. Or, will they pass on QB altogether and then things could get really interesting?

With so many unknowns, keeping up with all the moves in the NFL Draft odds has been a combination of exciting and exhausting. Here’s my final mock for the 2023 NFL Draft and t I still identify some betting value …

Dolphins vs Chiefs Odds, Picks, and Predictions Week 9: Hill Shines as KC Stalls in Germany

One of the more exciting matchups in the NFL goes down on Sunday morning, in Germany of all places, with the Miami Dolphins out to prove they can defy the Week 9 odds and hang with the big boys, up against the Kansas City Chiefs, who will look to bounce back after one of their worst games in recent memory vs. the Broncos.

NFL odds favor Kansas City by 1.5 points, while the game has the highest total of the week at 50.5 points. Let’s dig into what we’ve seen from these teams up until this point of the season and how they match up while I provide you with my free NFL picks for Dolphins vs. Chiefs on November 5th. 

Dolphins vs Chiefs odds

Dolphins vs Chiefs predictions

While the Miami Dolphins have…

Jared Goff Odds and Divisional Round Props: Clean and Efficient Passing Advances Lions

The Detroit Lions got their first NFL odds playoff win since 1991 last week, and it was even sweeter for Jared Goff that it came against the team that dumped in right before winning a Super Bowl.

The Lions are heavy favorites in the Divisional Round odds and will be looking to continue their run in the Super Bowl odds when they take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

We take a closer look at the Jared Goff odds and give our best free NFL picks for Buccaneers vs. Lions on January 21. 

Be sure to also check out our Buccaneers vs. Lions betting picks and Buccaneers vs. Lions prop picks!

Saints vs Falcons Picks, Predictions, and Best Bets: Kyle Pitts Exposes New Orleans Defensive Injuries

Kyle Pitts was oh-so-close to being a huge hero for the Atlanta Falcons last week. 

Instead, the tight end came up one yard short of a touchdown and had the game-winning catch controversially stolen by a missed pass interference call.

However, Sunday offers redemption against a divisional rival, and my Saints vs Falcons predictions have Pitts tabbed for more positive production.

Find out more in my NFL picks for September 29.

Saints vs Falcons prediction

My best betKyle Pitts Over 33.5 Receiving Yards (-115 at BetMGM)

My analysis

Kyle Pitts’ work against the New Orleans Saints has been a mixed bag over the past few seasons, but things are looking up for Week 4. 

Not only is he gaining gr…